Process Development Engineer

$71,940 - $96,140/Yr

Flir Systems - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Mountain View, CA

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Development Engineer at Teledyne Technologies will provide engineering support for thin-film hybrid assembly, focusing on developing and implementing efficient manufacturing processes. This role involves troubleshooting assembly processes, analyzing production data, and leading the transfer of processes from new product introduction to production, ensuring compliance with quality standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Support MIC Assembly processes, including eutectic attach, epoxy attach, bond pull, gap welding, seal, and paint.
• Support MIL-PRF-38534 QML tests (PIND, RGA, Group B, and C, etc.).
• Troubleshoot new assembly processes and analyze data.
• Perform resolution of in-process technical issues and assure that a root cause and effective corrective action is implemented.
• Participate in process development and related research.
• Generate ECOs to correct and improve assembly documentation.
• Develop, sustain, and improve manufacturing methods to improve efficiency and yield.
• Assist in new product development with emphasis in autowire-bonding and auto die attach.
• Lead the transfer of processes, process improvements, and products from NPI to production.
• Utilizing CAD software, design and make recommendations for tooling, packaging, and process requirements for new or existing product lines.
• Trend and analyze production data.
• Develop solutions to process-related issues utilizing appropriate tools (Lean, PFMEA, SPC).
• Facilitate engineering changes and manage their full implementation internally.
• Formulate product and tooling design concepts, following up with cost-effective, functional designs, utilizing a DFM approach.
• Create and provide all necessary drawings and assembly instructions.
• Provide Process Engineering support for thin-film hybrid assembly.
• Participate in company mandated certification such as ISO 9001, AS9100, MIL-PRF-38534.
• Research and develop new processes.
• Evaluate materials for appropriate and innovative process choice.
• Design and improve existing processes.
• Conduct general capital investment analysis, resulting in justification and/or best decision whether to proceed with capital investment (e.g. BEP, depreciation). ROI analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum of one year experience as a Manufacturing or Process Engineer in electronics manufacturing, including assembly and test or related field.
• Preferred background in electronics assembly (wire bonding, die/component attach) and processes.
• Preferred knowledge and experience with process tooling design and application.
• Understanding of analyzing manufacturing/support processes and driving continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify opportunities to improve performance, develop targets and action plans, and lead an organization to achieve results.
• Excels at yield analysis and failure analysis leading to root cause and effective corrective actions.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively monitor operations with excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to organize and meet project goals and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 standards (or equivalent).
• Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office products in producing data-driven reports.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks (or equivalent modeling/simulation software).
• US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain Security Clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience in a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $71,940.00 - $96,140.00.
• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.